Cook

Five Star Senior Living; City of Yonkers (NY); On-site; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in senior living is seeking a dedicated cook to prepare and serve nutritious meals, ensuring high quality dining experiences for residents. The role requires strong culinary skills, teamwork, and adherence to safety regulations. Ideal candidates will have experience in a culinary environment and a commitment to maintaining cleanliness and efficiency in the kitchen.

Qualifications

• 1-year experience as a cook or in a similar culinary environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare food items for residents and their guests as requested.
• Ensure work environment and stations are clean and sanitized.
• Comply with outlined safety regulations and procedures.

Skills

Food Preparation Techniques

Cooking Methods

Safety and Sanitation Practices

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Job description

The Opportunity

Pay Range: $17.70-$22.10

Our cooks prepare and serve attractive, nutritious meals in accordance with state regulation and Five Star policies and procedures to ensure that quality food service is provided at all times. We want to deliver high quality dining experiences for our residents and it is through our talented cooks that we can provide such service. Duties for a cook can range from preparing ingredients to be cooked, to being responsible for cooking of all foods. In addition to cooking and maintaining a high level of cleanliness, safety and sanitation throughout the kitchen, cooks are expected to promote teamwork, strong communication with other departments and a positive and professional attitude.

What You’ll Do

Service
Prepare food items for residents and their guests as requested, including special request, in a timely and consistent manner.
Remain flexible and agile with dietary needs and requests
Ensure work environment and stations are clean and sanitized

Efficiency
Inspect food products and supplies as needed
Determine food and supply needs based on menu and dietary needs
Communicate changes or shortages quickly and effectively
Control and minimize waste
Comply with outlined safety regulations, procedures, and 5-Star policies.

What You’ll Bring

Experience & Education
High School Diploma or equivalent preferred
1-year experience as a cook or in a similar culinary environment
Strong working knowledge of food preparation techniques, cooking methods, and safety and sanitation practices
Familiarity with reading and interpretation of recipes and food preparation needs

Resilience
Comfortable standing, stopping, squatting, twisting, and moving frequently
Ability to lift and carry up to 30 pounds
Proven flexibility and innovation in a culinary environment to execute under pressure